The maze is located at 6042 Newcastle Road, southeast of Lafayette, and features the likeness of Astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, and pioneer aviator Amelia Earhart.

“We focused our (maze) design around Amelia Earhart and Neil Armstrong because they are two of the most recognizable figures in Purdue history,” said Tim Fitzgerald president and CEO of Exploration Acres. “They represent Purdue’s unmatched contributions to flight and aeronautics in the past."

USA Today is the parent company of the Journal & Courier. Its readers' choice voting ended Aug. 26.

“We are excited to be recognized by USA Today as the best corn maze in America,” Fitzgerald said. “This year’s maze is especially important to me because of our partnership with Purdue University. Exploration Acres is a small business owned by a family of Boilermakers.

"I met my wife as a student at Purdue. My dad, my sister and business partner and my son all have Purdue degrees as well.”

The maze opens to the public Sept. 13 and remains open until Oct. 27. Tickets are available online or may be purchased on arrival.